Human Resources Generalist I - Ames National Laboratory

Iowa State University•Ames, IA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Ames National Laboratory is a U.S. Department of Energy federally contracted National Laboratory located in Ames, Iowa, on the campus of Iowa State University. We are dedicated to translating foundational science through applied research to create technological innovations. We create materials, inspire minds to solve problems, and address some of the most challenging issues facing our world today. We promote and believe in a culture of civility and shared ownership in support of the Laboratory's collective success. The Human Resources Office at Ames National Laboratory is searching for qualified candidates for a Human Resources Generalist. The successful candidate will serve as the primary point of contact for the department, providing exceptional customer service for visitors, guests and employees while delivering results in several highly visible and important human resources areas. Specifically, this role will be responsible for business processes related to undergraduate students, graduate assistants, Ames Laboratory contributors, visitors, and other appointments at the Laboratory. The HR Generalist supports the HR team with recruitment, systems compliance and data integrity, offering front-level guidance and support to employees and supervisors, and visa verification processing and responding to internal and external inquiries. Integral to the department’s success, the HR Generalist reports to the Senior HR Generalist and interacts with individuals at every level within the Laboratory and Iowa State University.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.
Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Nice To Haves

Experience in human resources and knowledge of HR principles and practices
Strong customer service and communication skills
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities with strong attention to detail
Proven ability to maintain strict confidentiality
Experience with HRIS systems
Proficient skill in data entry, Microsoft Office, and Google Suite

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary point of contact for the department, providing exceptional customer service for visitors, guests and employees.
Deliver results in several highly visible and important human resources areas.
Be responsible for business processes related to undergraduate students, graduate assistants, Ames Laboratory contributors, visitors, and other appointments at the Laboratory.
Support the HR team with recruitment, systems compliance and data integrity.
Offer front-level guidance and support to employees and supervisors.
Process visa verification and respond to internal and external inquiries.